Russia's top diplomat has praised the US president, hailing him as the only Western leader who gets the "root causes" of the war.


Ukraine peace deal: Russia calls Trump only Western leader who 'understands the war

Ukraine Peace Plan: Trump said he's disappointed that Zelensky still hasn't read his latest peace plan for ending the Ukraine war. The remark comes after days of stalled talks and Moscow's rejection of key parts of the US proposal. Watch this report for more details!


Trump 'disappointed' with Zelensky, Trump says Zelensky hasn't read his peace plan

Russia-Ukraine war: US President says Zelensky is not engaging with the plan to end the war

A large-scale Russian drone and missile attack damaged power facilities in eight Ukrainian regions, causing blackouts and forcing nuclear power plants to cut power output, officials and the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) said on Saturday.


Russia-Ukraine war: Russia launches major drone & missile wave across Ukraine

A Ukrainian drone attack has struck the Chechen capital, Grozny, causing extensive damage to the Grozny City skyscraper, which houses key regional government offices. Chechen leader Ramzan Kadyrov confirmed the attack and stated that no casualties were reported, but vowed a strong response to the incident.


Russia-Ukraine war: Ukraine says it won't cede territory in exchange for peace 

Russia has claimed full control over the city of Pokrovsk after a prolonged 12-month battle in the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war. The reported capture follows intense urban combat and steady advances by Russian forces.


Russia-Ukraine War: Russia Claims Control Over Pokrovsk After 12 Months of Fighting

Russia has claimed the capture of two key Ukrainian cities, marking its biggest advance in Ukraine in over a year, according to reports. This significant development comes amid ongoing tensions and conflict in Eastern Ukraine. In November, Russian forces reportedly made strategic gains, raising concerns for Ukrainian defense and global security analysts. Stay updated with the latest Russia-Ukraine conflict news.


Russia-Ukraine war: Zelensky says he expects to talk to Trump on 'key issues' 

Russian forces are advancing deeper into Ukraine, leveraging harsh winter conditions to mask movements and gain strategic advantage.


Russia-Ukraine War: Russian Troops Push Deeper Into Ukraine Using Winter as a Smokescreen

U.S. and Ukrainian officials held what both sides called productive talks on Sunday about a Russia peace deal, with Secretary of State Marco Rubio expressing optimism about progress despite challenges to ending the more than 3-year-long war. Rubio met with a Ukrainian delegation led by a new chief negotiator in Florida, his home state, for talks that he said were meant to create a pathway for Ukraine to remain sovereign and independent.


Ukraine peace talks: Trump claims 'good chance' of ending war after talks in Florida

Ukraine peace talks: US Secretary of State Marco Rubio meets Ukrainian delegation in Florida

Russian drone strikes hit the outskirts of Kyiv, escalating tensions in the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war. Reports indicate damage to infrastructure, with authorities assessing the impact on civilians and local areas.

Russia-Ukraine War: Russian Drone Strikes Target Kyiv Outskirts

Donald Trump’s special envoy Steve Witkoff is under fire after a leaked recording shows him giving advice to Russia over the Ukraine deal. US President Donald Trump has defended his peace envoy after leaked audio appeared to show Witkoff coaching a Russian official on how to appeal to the US president.


Ukraine peace plan: Trump says envoy Witkoff will meet Putin in Moscow to discuss peace plan

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Tuesday he was ready to advance a U.S.-backed framework for ending the war with Russia and discuss disputed points with U.S. President Donald Trump in talks he said should include European allies.


Russia-Ukraine war: Is Kyiv being pushed to surrender territory?

Russia has cautiously welcomed certain “aspects” of a new U.S. proposal aimed at ending the war in Ukraine, signaling a rare moment of diplomatic openness.


Russia Welcomes 'Aspects' of New US Plan to End Ukraine War 

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has condemned Russia as “cynical” after new strikes hit Kyiv, escalating tensions on the ground. Meanwhile, former U.S. President Donald Trump says a Russia-Ukraine peace deal is “very close,” suggesting a major diplomatic shift may be underway.


Ukraine peace deal: Reports suggest Witkoff advised Russia on how to pitch Ukraine plan to Trump

Ukraine peace deal: Trump says Witkoff will meet Putin next week 

US President Donald Trump on Tuesday said a Ukraine-Russia deal is "very close," but European leaders were skeptical and Russian missiles continued to rain down on Kyiv. Trump, visibly frustrated at his failure to make good on last year's election boast that he could quickly end the war, said "we're getting very close to a deal."


Russia-Ukraine war: Zelensky tells allies 'ready to move forward' with US plan

Russia-Ukraine war: Trump says 'very close' to Ukraine peace deal, but Zelensky remains cautious 

Ukraine has reportedly agreed to a deal to end the war with Russia. With only minor details outstanding. Ukraine’s national security secretary said that the delegations had reached a common understanding on the core terms of the agreement discussed in Geneva. 

Russia-Ukraine War: Kyiv Agrees to Trump’s Amended Peace Deal 

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said on Monday that a proposed peace plan now under discussion with the United States and Europe has incorporated "correct" points, but sensitive issues were to be discussed with U.S. President Donald Trump.


Russia-Ukraine war: Zelensky says sensitive issues to be discussed with Trump

Donald Trump wants a peace deal in Ukraine very badly. Kyiv wants peace even more, just not at any cost. That's why when the US began pushing it to agree to a deal by Thanksgiving on what looked close to surrender terms, Ukraine pushed back.


Russia-Ukraine war: Trump pushes, Putin waits, Europe scrambles to freeze the war

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio says he is "very optimistic" about talks aimed at ending the Russia-Ukraine war after a "very good day" in Geneva. A Ukrainian delegation has been holding talks with teams from the US and European allies, amid pressure from the White House to agree a 28-point plan which critics have argued would reward Russia for its invasion with territory and other concessions. Watch this report for more details!


US-Ukraine statement: New peace framework to uphold Ukraine's sovereignty

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio says he is "very optimistic" about talks aimed at ending the Russia-Ukraine war after a "very good day" in Geneva. A Ukrainian delegation has been holding talks with teams from the US and European allies, amid pressure from the White House to agree a 28-point plan which critics have argued would reward Russia for its invasion with territory and other concessions. Watch this report for more details!

US hails progress in Ukraine peace talks, Geneva talks identified next peace steps 

The United States has issued a new ultimatum in the Russia-Ukraine conflict, putting Kyiv under increasing pressure with limited options.

Russia-Ukraine War: US Ultimatum Leaves Ukraine with Few Options

US President Trump says his latest Ukraine proposal is not final offer, signals room for changes.

Russia-Ukraine War: Trump Clarifies Peace Plan Not a Final Offer for Kyiv Amid Pushback

Russia-Ukraine War: The White House has publicly defended a newly proposed 28-point peace plan for ending the Ukraine conflict, backed by President Donald Trump. The plan, still in preliminary stages, includes territorial compromises by Ukraine and U.S.-led security guarantees modeled on NATO’s Article 5 to deter future Russian aggression. White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt emphasized the administration’s commitment to finalizing a durable peace agreement and dismissed claims that the plan disproportionately favors Moscow. 

Russia-Ukraine War: White House Defends Ukraine Peace Plan

Russia has intensified its attacks on Ukraine, targeting key energy and transport infrastructure across the country. The strikes have caused widespread power outages, disrupted transportation networks, and strained Ukrainian defenses.

Russia-Ukraine War: Russia Targets Energy, Transport Infrastructure in Ukraine

Russia has seized new settlements in Ukraine’s Zaporizhzhia region as Kyiv diverts troops to defend the embattled city of Pokrovsk. The shift has left key southern towns, including Orikhiv and Huliaipole, vulnerable to a potential Russian encirclement. Ukraine’s military admits withdrawing from several positions due to manpower shortages and sustained Russian artillery fire. Meanwhile, both sides exchanged long-range strikes: Ukraine hit a major Russian oil refinery, and Russia launched a wave of missiles and drones across Odesa and Kharkiv.


Russia-Ukraine war: Ukraine claims Russia is developing 120,000 guided missiles in 2025 

Russia-Ukraine war: Russia strikes Kharkiv, Sumy & Odesa, Ukraine claims 10 killed

Russia-Ukraine War: Russian forces have claimed to capture two villages, Rivnopillia and Mala Tokmachka, in the southern Zaporizhzhia region of Ukraine. These strategic gains enhance Russia's position in southeastern Ukraine as they continue to fight Ukrainian forces, who are struggling with smaller troop numbers and ongoing attacks.


Russia-Ukraine war: Ukrainian drone attack disrupted Russia's oil shipments 

German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius on Friday announced that Germany will contribute an additional 150 million euros (174.3 million U.S. dollars) to the Prioritized Ukraine Requirements.


Russia-Ukraine war: Germany pledges $150 mn military aid to Ukraine

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